William Haseltine, Pro Tennis Legacy behind Rittenhouse Marketing.
August, 1932.
“During that night, I made it to Plymouth Indiana, and changed from my blue serge trousers and polo shirt to white linen trousers, a clean polo shirt and brown shoes—not neglecting to shave. The first fellow I signalled took me to Valparaiso, 45 miles, and the next man I waved to took me to Cedar Rapids Iowa a distance of three hundred and some miles. This man went by the name of Rittenhouse and was a gentleman. By the night of July 2nd, I was in Des Moines, Iowa and it was raining a little but I still wanted to make time so I got a hop which took me away out in the country and from shelter…”
our Mission
Our passion is
Inspired by the encounter between Pro tennis great, William Haseltine, and the gracious Mr. Rittenhouse, the owner or Rittenhouse built an agency that pairs athletic grit with gentleman‑level polish.
The Rittenhouse Performance Marketing helps pickleball brands cut through the noise with:
Strategic branding and positioning
Data‑driven campaigns that move the scoreboard
Creative that keeps the sport’s energy—and fun—front and center
We’ve launched and leveled‑up dozens of small and mid‑sized businesses across the sports world. Our work blends clear insights with lively storytelling so that every touchpoint sparks interest, builds community, and drives measurable growth.
Ready to turn momentum into market share?
Let’s create something extraordinary—together.
About the
the Founder
Brent Weigelt is a dynamic leader known for his expertise in developing creative that produces high performance growth.
A kid at heart, Brent brings energy, curiosity, and fun to his work, creating marketing strategies that are both engaging and results-driven.
As the DEI Chair for Baltimore's American Advertising Federation (AAF), Brent Weigelt spearheads initiatives to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion within the advertising industry. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee develops strategies to promote DEI initiatives, ensuring our efforts resonate with and benefit the AAF Baltimore community. The committee also highlights the positive impact of DEI on organizational success and community well-being.
Brent’s youthful enthusiasm, combined with his strengths in branding, positioning, and campaign development, continues to set him apart in the marketing world—transforming ideas into memorable brands, compelling stories, and successful campaigns.